Gulf Coast Center For Nonviolence

Domestic Violence Awareness

The Gulf Coast Women’s Center For Nonviolence will host a walk on Saturday, May 17th, at 11am in Bay St. Louis. The event, initiated by members of the Hancock County domestic abuse survivors support group, is entitled “HOPE (Hang On, Pain Ends)” and is meant to raise awareness and support for survivors of abuse. The […]

Domestic violence can be deadly. How do you know if you, or someone you know, are in a relationship that could become fatal? Our Danger Assessment Form can help you measure the factors that are known to increase the risk of lethality in a domestic violence relationship. No one should feel trapped in a violent […]

Human trafficking has many faces, but help is available. Contact our Center if you or someone you know is a victim of human trafficking who needs help. Learn more about trafficking at the Office for Victims of Crime.

In observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’re asking folks all along the Coast to wear “purple for peace” every Thursday in October. Take a photo of your office staff, club, group, yourself, or even your pet(!) dressed in purple and send it to us on our Facebook page, and we’ll give you a shout-out […]

The purple ribbon is a symbol of domestic violence awareness and prevention. What you can do: • Donate time, money, resources or special skills to a local domestic violence shelter. • Raise awareness in your own profession, organization, family and friendship circles. • Educate yourself about the warning signs of domestic violence. • Be there for a friend who […]

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A great way to show your support!

Just drop off your donated items to the Humane Society of South Mississippi in either of its thrift store locations (Gulfport or Ocean Springs) and let them know you're donating on behalf of the Women's Center. They will then provide us with vouchers our clients can then use to purchase clothing or household items for their family!